Average Monthly Sunshine in Chemnitz

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Chemnitz receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Chemnitz, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 225 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 54 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1673 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Chemnitz serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 7.5 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.8 hours of daily sunlight.

Chemnitz’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Chemnitz enjoys an average of 1673 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, there are 2530 hours of sunshine annually and is a city that can be visited year-round.

In contrast, Reykjavík, Iceland, receives only about 1330 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Oslo, Norway, receives approximately 1690 hours of sunshine annually.

Perth, Australia, enjoys 3180 hours of sunshine annually, the highest among major Australian cities.

Other climate information

July, Chemnitz’s wettest month, receives 104 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 24°C. During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 14°C.

For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Chemnitz Precipitation page.